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It’s Time to Celebrate! Your Guide to 60th Birthday Invitations

60th birthday invitations, a wine bottle, and some wine glasses

Whether you’re planning a celebration for yourself or a loved one, a 60th birthday is certainly a milestone worth celebrating. While you’re busy gathering the perfect birthday party decorations, there’s another place where you can let your theme and creativity shine — the 60th birthday invitations. To that end, use this guide to explore some of our favorite designs — along with some wording ideas — to create party invites that build excitement for the big day.
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Best Places to Have a Baby Shower: 9 Ideas for a Sweet Celebration

Places to have a baby shower: outdoor baby shower setting

When planning a baby shower, finding the perfect venue is likely at the top of your to-do list. You want to find a unique place to celebrate the love and joy of welcoming a little bundle of joy to the world. At the same time, you want the event venue to be well-suited to fit your idea of the perfect celebration — whether that includes playing outdoor baby shower games or sitting in a dining room for a mellow brunch. 

Explore our list of the best places to have a baby shower where you’ll find options that range from splashy over-the-top bashes to more low-key gatherings.
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Two-Wild Birthday Party: Tips for Decor, Food, Games, and Invitations

Two wild birthday: birthday invitation cards

When planning a second birthday party, there’s one theme that’s sure to fit the bill for a wild and free-spirited child: a two-wild bash! Throwing a two-wild birthday party is the perfect way to celebrate your child’s lively personality and spunky spirit. From birthday party decorations to creative food ideas and inspirational invitations, we’re sharing ideas on everything you need to pull off a wildly fun celebration.
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12 Steps to Hosting a Coed Baby Shower Both Parents Will Love

Coed baby shower: people happily celebrating a baby shower

While some people love a traditional baby shower, the coed baby shower has become a popular alternative. These pre-baby celebrations invite both the mom-to-be and dad-to-be to be showered with love, wisdom, and gifts for the new baby.

If you’re ready to plan a coed baby shower, we’re here to help with our top tips and ideas, including themes, invites, and party games that both mom and dad will love.
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22 Sunflower Baby Shower Ideas for a Perfect Celebration

Sunflower baby shower: baby shower invitation with sunflowers surrounding it

Sunflowers remind us of the end of summer and the beautiful transition into fall. A sunflower baby shower creates a sense of warmth, joy, and new beginnings — which is why it’s become such a popular theme.

If you’re looking to host a sunflower baby shower for someone special, you’re in the right place. Explore our tips on how to plan, discover ideas for your baby shower, and get inspired with our favorite sunflower baby shower invites.
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Cocktail Dress Code: Your Guide to the Casual and Formal Grey Area

Cocktail dress code: group of people at a party

Getting dressed should be easy, but there’s something about receiving a wedding invitation with a dress code that can strike panic — even for the most well-dressed among us. Especially when that invitation says cocktail dress code, a term that seems both fancy and informal.

You may be standing in front of your closet wondering what you own that’s formal enough but not too fancy or casual. Not to worry, though. You’ll nail the cocktail dress code every time with these tips and general rules.
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Backyard Graduation Party Ideas: 15 Ways to Celebrate

Backyard graduation party ideas: graduation party invitation on a tablet screen

You’ve watched time fly by and now it’s time to stop the clock and savor the special moment of a graduation celebration. With most grad parties happening in early summer, it’s the perfect event to host outdoors. Not only is a backyard celebration affordable, but it also offers a fun opportunity for decorations, games, and moments you’ll remember for a lifetime. Here, we’ve gathered some of our favorite backyard graduation party ideas to help you plan the big bash.
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17 Farm-Themed Birthday Party Ideas for Kids and Adults

Farm themed birthday party: boy playing outside

Whether you have a child who’s all about tractors and farm animals or an adult who loves the architecture and rustic aesthetic of barns, a farm-themed birthday party is a great way to celebrate. Here, we’ve put together 17 festive ideas to help you create a fantastic farm party. Plus, you’ll find farm-themed birthday party invitations to match — from boho chic designs to vibrant, kid-friendly options.
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How to Throw a Diaper Party in 7 Easy Steps (and a Few You Can Skip!)

Diaper party: men happily grilling outside

If you’re lucky enough to be in charge of planning a diaper party for a buddy, you’re in for an easy and fun time. Diaper parties are the man shower equivalent of baby showers. The day is all about having a good time, eating and drinking with friends, and enjoying a casual celebration. 

Here, we’ll show you how to plan a diaper party — from designing the menu to selecting the perfect spot to host the party. Plus, you’ll find tips on what to include in your invite and discover invitation designs perfectly suited for a laid-back celebration.
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How to Plan a Joyful Sip and See Party for Your New Arrival

Sip and see party invitation cards and a baby sleeping

The sip and see party remains a popular alternative to a traditional baby shower. When you get to spend time with the new baby, it’s no wonder that guests love showing up to these meet-and-greet parties.

If you’re considering hosting a sip and see party for yourself or a loved one, we’ve got your planning covered. Learn how to organize and host your own DIY sip and see party, then get inspired by some of our favorite sip and see party themes.
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